My daughter's trip to China is rapidly coming to an end. I'm awed by the experience she has had and the great gift she's given me.
We both have enjoyed this experience beyond our wildest expectations. Who would have thought that a young lady could set off on such an adventure – and carry it off [...]
It’s a very, very small world, indeed.
The coolest thing about being a Mom…
I'm proud of my personal accomplishments. That's a given. But, nothing has proven more satisfying and enjoyable than being my daughter's mother. She's become the most wonderful young woman…accomplished and self-assured and successful.
Once again, I'm reminded that the greatest gift a child gives a parent – besides love – is a new perspective on the [...]
Feeling A Bit Overwhelmed? A Rant.
If you're feeling a bit overwhelmed and out of touch, you're not alone.
Oh, sure, we're more connected with the world around us than ever before – what with telephones, radio, TV, Internet and the newest trend of all – social media. But the more connected we get, the more disconnected we become.
We have the ability [...]
Just Do It
If you're like most people I know, you have read more than your share of articles about setting goals and resolutions for 2010. You may even have followed the advice and made some resolutions of your own. How are you doing now that we're four days into the new year? Are you still keeping those [...]
Full Story »Where You Live Does Make A Difference
It's been my contention for some time that where you live affects who you are and how you feel. I also believe that interaction between ourselves and the environment we live in directly affects how successful we are in relationships and business. New research indicates that I may not be far from the truth. In [...]
Full Story »The Great 21st Century Tragedy
It’s unfortunate that in this great new era where we have tools for connecting with other people that previous generations never even dreamed of, it’s harder than ever to connect with real people to develop meaningful relationships…personal, working or otherwise.
Full Story »Instant relationships?
Social networking is great! But it may lead to the death of real relationships.
Full Story »So, you’re too old….
How old are you? 45… 57… 66? At what age do you become unproductive? Never mind what others tell you. The real question is what do YOU think.
Chester Kmiec didn’t buy into fears of age discrimination. He just kept on keepin’ on… He started working in the Department of Finance for the City of Chicago when [...]
